It does not seem possible that the world needs another biography of St. Francis of Assisi, but Spoto (The Hidden Jesus) makes a credible case for adding to the glut of books and articles about the ...
The much-examined life of Christian spiritual giant Francis of Assisi is explored anew in a biography by theologian Donald Spoto. Reluctant Saint draws on a wealth of new material, including an ...
He chose Francis as his papal name in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi. Throughout his papacy, Francis was noted for his humility, emphasis on God's mercy, international visibility, commitment to interreligious dialogue, and concern for the poor, migrants, and refugees.
A series of initiatives will be held in the Kingdom of Bahrain to commemorate the 800th anniversary of St Francis of Assisi's death. A statement from ...
Yahoo: 800 years after his death, the legends and legacy of Francis of Assisi endure
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. On the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscan order, his body will be displayed for ...
800 years after his death, the legends and legacy of Francis of Assisi endure
Earth Day is April 22, and in 1979, Pope St. John Paul II proclaimed St. Francis of Assisi the patron saint of the environment.
Fox News: The life of Saint Francis of Assisi is celebrated each year on October 4
Saint Francis of Assisi, an important figure in the Roman Catholic Church, was born into a life of wealth and luxury but traded that for a life of poverty. The exchange was made after he reportedly ...